An interesting article at Ars Technica takes a look at some compelling data (the longer-than-normal processor update cycles in Apple's personal computer lineup) and speculates that Apple's enthusiasm for its partnership with Intel might be cooling. Like Apple's soured relationship with once-BFF Google, this may be the result of Intel's increasing activities in the mobile computing space.

Geeks look for features, average users look for simplicity. Everyone else still has a long way to go to offer the simplicity of the overall iPhone experience for the tech challenged user - which just happens to be the majority of the population...

Simplicity in itself is a feature and the gap is closing. I doubt Apple denies this behind the scenes, even if their Legion of Loyal Fans do.